A Java backend engineer designs, builds, and maintains scalable enterprise microservices using Spring Boot, Apache Kafka, and REST APIs, integrating databases and third-party systems. The role includes testing, performance tuning, CI/CD deployments with Docker/Kubernetes, and collaboration in an Agile/Scrum team.
We are seeking a skilled Java Developer with strong experience in Spring Boot, Microservices, and Apache Kafka to design, develop, and maintain scalable enterprise applications. The ideal candidate will have experience building cloud-ready applications, developing REST APIs, and working in Agile environments.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, test, and maintain Java-based backend applications.
Build scalable Microservices using Spring Boot and Spring Framework.
Develop and consume RESTful APIs.
Implement Apache Kafka for event-driven architecture and real-time messaging.
Integrate applications with databases and third-party systems.
Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code following best practices.
Perform unit testing, integration testing, and troubleshoot application issues.
Optimize application performance, scalability, and security.
Collaborate with Business Analysts, Architects, QA teams, and DevOps engineers.
Participate in code reviews and ensure coding standards are followed.
Support application deployment through CI/CD pipelines.
Work in an Agile/Scrum development environment.
Required Skills
5+ years of experience in Java application development.
Strong knowledge of Java 8/11/17.
Hands-on experience with Spring Boot, Spring MVC, and Spring Framework.
Experience developing Microservices architecture.
Strong experience with Apache Kafka (Producer, Consumer, Kafka Streams).
Experience building RESTful APIs.
Knowledge of Hibernate/JPA.
Experience with relational databases such as Oracle, PostgreSQL, or MySQL.
Familiarity with Git, Maven, and Gradle.
Experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
Knowledge of Jenkins or other CI/CD tools.
Understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies.